1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2009 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen Ak 350 | 2009 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Ak 350 | Charade |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 36 L |